Clifford Forward of Clarenville, age 84 years, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Saturday, October 21, 2023.
Cliff was born in Carbonear and grew up in Buchans. He attended and graduated from Memorial University with a bachelor’s degree in education and the University of Ottawa with a master’s degree in education. Cliff and his growing family set roots in Clarenville in 1971. He worked as principal of the junior high school, and later vice principal and principal of the high school. Cliff was instrumental in setting up the Clarenville High School Scholarship Trust Foundation. As a lifelong Lion he served in many senior roles both locally and regionally. Cliff was active in minor hockey and Memorial United Church. He was a passionate student of history and politics and an avid reader. In later years he enjoyed traveling, woodworking, acrylic painting and spending time with his family.
Cliff is predeceased by his parents Warrick and Hazel (née Penney); brother Edward; and parents-in-law Lawrence and Phyllis Gulliford (nee Hatcher). Left to mourn with fond and loving memories are his wife of 59 years Joan (née Gulliford); children Kevin (Denise Ouellette), Toronto, Ontario; Susan Stennick (Luke), Lincoln, New Brunswick and Steven (Anita), St. John’s; grandchildren Krista Davis (Jean-Philippe), Elizabeth Fenn (Liam Letourneau), Ethan Fenn and Felicity Forward; great grandson Sebastien Davis; sister-in-law Beverly Forward (Reg Lake); nephew George Forward (Jennifer); niece Jennifer Forward (David Sesk); and a large circle of family and friends. Resting at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Clarenville. Visitations on Wednesday, October 25 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, October 26 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial Service to be held on Friday, October 27, 2023 2:00 p.m. at Memorial United Church, Clarenville, with interment to follow at the United Church Cemetery, Church Hill, Clarenville. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Clarenville High School Scholarship Fund or a charity of one’s choice.
The family would like to say a special thank you to home care workers Marilyn Holloway and Andrea Clarke for all of their love, care and support over the past couple of months and also to his daughters-in-law Denise and Anita for keeping him comfortable in his final days.
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Muriel Green says
October 23, 2023 at 12:18 pmJoan and family,
Sincere and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your loved one .
Barb Genge says
October 24, 2023 at 3:13 pmSusan, Joan, Krista, Kevin , Stephen and families
We were deeply saddened to hear of Cliff’s passing. Sending our deepest sympathy to you all.
Sorry for your loss. 💐
Barb and Ed Genge
Alex & Eileen Sweetland says
October 25, 2023 at 1:56 pmJoan & Family : Please access our heart felt condolences on the loss of Cliff. He will be sadly missed in many walks of life. He was a great Educator and I miss our many many chats. He was a man that cared deeply about his community..Rest in Peace Cliff
Reginald Lake says
October 28, 2023 at 6:35 pmSorry for you lost. My sincere condolences to the family.
Geraldine Pomroy says
October 23, 2023 at 1:07 pmSending sincere condolences from myself and my family.
Pauline Metcalfe and family says
October 23, 2023 at 1:20 pmMy deepest sympathy for all of Cliff’s family.
Karen Cormier says
October 23, 2023 at 2:29 pmDeepest sympathy. Wishing you peace and love at this time
Warren & Betty Cole says
October 23, 2023 at 3:03 pmSincere condolences to Joan and the whole family.
Chris Baxendale says
October 23, 2023 at 3:42 pmSending condolences to Joan, Kevin, Susan, Steven and families. Thinking of you all in your time of sorrow.
Linda waye. says
October 23, 2023 at 6:24 pmTo Joan and family so sorry for your loss
Don Drodge says
October 23, 2023 at 3:59 pmOh my l am so sorry to hear this news today he was very special to me we had lot’s of laughs our thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends rest in peace Mr Forward
Voctor Wiseman says
October 23, 2023 at 4:41 pmJoan and family, sorry to hear about Cliff’s passing … he was a good friend and will be sadly missed in the community. Sincerely, Victor Wiseman
Rosanne Balsom says
October 23, 2023 at 5:59 pmMr . Forward… You were a community builder and amazing attribute to our education system in Clarenville. I will NEVER forget your kind words and support through out my secondary education. You always believed in the good and potential of your students. Thank you Sir! My sincere condolences to your family… it is difficult to lose a spouse and parent at any age.. No doubt your grandchildren adored you…
Kaye Power says
October 23, 2023 at 6:04 pmWe wish to extend sincere condolences to Joan, Kevin, Susan, Steven, and their families at this sad time. Dave and Kaye Power
Jim Hughes says
October 23, 2023 at 6:24 pmA fine man. I enjoyed every conversation I had with him. My condolences to his family.
Joan & Pat Cheeseman says
October 23, 2023 at 6:49 pmCondolences to Joan & her family on the passing of her husband Cliff.
Glenn Gulliford says
October 23, 2023 at 6:49 pmThinking of the entire Forward family at this time. My prayers are with you all.
When I think of Cliff, I immediately think of his larger-than-life chuckle and ear-to-ear grin! He was always looking for an excuse to smile and laugh. (He usually found one!).
From his high school skit at a talent show where “Cleavland squeezed our Browns” to asking me to retell the story of “don’t kick in the grate Doug!”, there was always something that made you laugh and feel a bit brighter. He’ll be waiting for us all up there, ready to tell us a good one that he’s heard recently! If you listen carefully, I’m sure you can hear his chuckle coming through on the wind!
Take care of each other. Rember, Earth has no power that Heaven cannot heal.
Love you all – Glenn & Heather
James Penney says
October 25, 2023 at 11:36 pmCondolences to Joan and families.Sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing my thoughts and prayers are with you. It has been a long time but I remember you both well.R.l.P. Cliff.
Verna Duffitt-Stryde says
October 23, 2023 at 6:53 pmSo sorry to hear of Mr Forward’s passing. Deepest condolences to his family. He was my history teacher at Clarenville High in the early 80’s. So many memories. Rest in peace and fly high with the angels Mr Forward.
Alison (White) Colwell says
October 23, 2023 at 6:53 pmMy sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. I remember Mr. Forward during my days at Clarenville High, so many years ago (80’s). A strong presence and a fair man. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.
Donna Martin says
October 23, 2023 at 6:57 pmOur condolences to Joan and family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tony bittner says
October 23, 2023 at 7:07 pmMy condolences to the family
Nancy Woolridge says
October 27, 2023 at 8:39 pmSo sorry to hear of your great loss Felicity and Family. He sounds like a remarkable man.
Eric & Anne Freeborn says
October 23, 2023 at 7:17 pmJoan & family ,so sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing ,our thoughts are with you. Eric & Anne Freeborn
Bill & Hannah Welsh says
October 28, 2023 at 6:27 pmJoan and Family,
Sorry to read of Cliff’s passing. We have fond memories of you both during our time in Clarenville. Our Deepest Sympathy to you all. Cherish the memories of the good times shared.
Sincerely.
Hannah & Bill Welsh
Lion Deanna Pardy Burns says
October 23, 2023 at 8:33 pmOn behalf of the Hubbards Area Lions Club, Fox Point Nova Scotia, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Lion Clifford. Our thoughts and prayers are with his fellow lions and his family at this most difficult time.
Judy Cole says
October 23, 2023 at 8:39 pmCondolences Joan, Sue, Krista and family. Will hold you in prayer during these difficult days.
Laura and Len williams says
October 23, 2023 at 10:28 pmJoan, sincere condolences to you and all your family on the passing of Cliff. I remember him from growing up in Buchans and Len remembers him from his university and teaching days. What a lovely photo of him. I know your loss is a deep one and we are both thinking of you at this sad time. May God’s blessing surround you and grant you peace.
Paul Neil says
October 23, 2023 at 10:33 pmCondolences to the family . Cliff was a kind and caring man . He made a positive impression and impact to all who knew him .
Mary Larner-Pardy says
October 23, 2023 at 10:56 pmOur deepest condolences to the Forward Family.
Dorothy Baker says
October 23, 2023 at 11:53 pmMy sincere condolences to the family, Mr. Forward was an amazing principal and teacher, He was always there to listen and lend a hand. Rest in peace Mr. Forward.
Jonah Tremblay says
October 24, 2023 at 1:08 amKrista and family,
Sorry for your loss. Hoping you can find solace in the fond memories you have. He was a gentleman and role model of a father and grandfather.
Michael Foote says
October 24, 2023 at 1:32 amI am still at a loss for words. Cliff was a truly amazing humanitarian servant and an even more amazing leader. He has mentored many people in his life and will continue to live on in each and every one of them.
My deepest condolences to the family.
Although it may be a difficult time now, take comfort in knowing Cliff’s kind heart and enthusiasm for helping the world will live on in the ones whom he mentored.
Michelle Funk says
October 24, 2023 at 1:47 amJoan and Family,
I’m very sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing.
My best wishes to you all at this time of sadness.
Michelle Funk and Sons
Sandra Blackmore says
October 24, 2023 at 7:41 amMr. Forward was my high school History teacher at Musgravetown High School. Several years later when I became a teacher, Cliff and I had many conversations at district school meetings. Deepest condolences to Joan and all his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Heather Preston says
October 24, 2023 at 9:46 amSteve, you and your family have my most sincere condolences. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Clyde & Ruth Harris says
October 24, 2023 at 10:10 amCondolences to the family.
Velma & Eldon Spurrell says
October 24, 2023 at 10:12 amSo sorry to hear about Cliff’s passing! Our sincere condolences to Joan and their families.
Jacqueline Pottle says
October 24, 2023 at 10:25 amSending condolences to Joan, Kevin, Susan, Steven and families. May all your happy memories comfort you in your grief.
Ken, Mary, Emily and Gregory Shugarue says
October 24, 2023 at 10:26 amTo the Forward family, we send our sincere condolences. We always enjoyed Cliff’s company. He was a lovely person with such a wonderful sense of humour. It was obvious in every conversation that his family meant the world to him. He was “Pop Forward” to Emily and Gregory and he always took time to talk with them and make them smile. Cherish all of your wonderful memories.
Bob & Barbara Lyle says
October 24, 2023 at 11:23 amJoan and family, we are sorry to hear of Lion Cliff’s passing. It was great serving in Lionism with Lion Cliff and you. Our prayers are with you and your family. We have fond memories that will last forever. Sincerely, Bob & Barbara
Janice Slade says
October 24, 2023 at 12:02 pmJoan and Family, I was deeply saddened by Cliffs Passing , Myself and Paul are thinking about you at this very difficult time
Beverley Barry says
October 24, 2023 at 2:46 pmOur Condolences to Mrs Forward & family
So very sad to learn about Mr. Forwards passing
Mr Forward was one of my favourites from grade 8-12
Always a grin and a look over his glasses.. late again Miss Decker . Rest easy Sir 💙
Barbara Barbour says
October 24, 2023 at 3:53 pmJoan and family.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Cliff.will keep you in my thoughts and prayers..
Barbara
Ray & Betty Butt says
October 24, 2023 at 5:49 pmTo Joan & family
We were so sorry to hear of Cliffs passing. Ray & Calvin have fond memories from 1967-1968.
You & your family are in our prayers.
Roberta (Bobbi) Stanford says
October 24, 2023 at 7:17 pmJoan and family, so sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing..I have fond memories of him during my time at Clarenville High. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
Robert Gosling says
October 24, 2023 at 8:22 pmJoan and Families,
We were so sorry to hear of Cliffs passing.Sending our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Frances and Robert Gosling
Trevor Durant says
October 24, 2023 at 10:23 pmMr. Forward. You were always kind, and nice. No matter how much us kids caused trouble. Thank you. My thoughts are with the family.
Stephanie Blundon says
October 25, 2023 at 7:03 amI’m saddened to hear of Cliffs passing. As a previous fellow Lion in Clarenville I have great memories of our fellowship. Cliff always had a smile on his face and was always very friendly. My thoughts are with Joan and the family.
Pat Coffin says
October 25, 2023 at 8:37 amJoan and Family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Cliff. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Pat Coffin
Janette Lambert says
October 25, 2023 at 9:25 amJoan & Family …deepest Condolences, I will never forget you & Cliff & your hospitality….
Herbert Burry says
October 25, 2023 at 9:51 pmJoan & Family:
Phyllis and I were shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Cliff’s passing. He was a wonderful individual and we held him in the highest respect. We hold dear to our hearts the many wonderful memories we have of him. Be assured that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. GOD BLESS!
I have forwarded “A Tribute to Lion Cliff” to Susan at her email address.
Phyllis & Herb
Frank Winsor says
October 26, 2023 at 11:12 amJoan and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences on Cliff’s passing. We were privileged to have known him for many years as a teaching colleague, a fellow Lion and most of all as a great friend. We will always cherish our memories of time spent in his company.
May your own collective memories be a source of comfort to you all in mourning his loss.
Sincerely,
Frank & Louise Winsor
Ross and Sandra Wiseman says
October 26, 2023 at 2:04 pmSincere condolences to Joan and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Betty Shugarue Hansen says
October 26, 2023 at 4:58 pmSteven and. Family: My deepest condolences for your loss. May the memories you made and shared together over the years bring you comfort at this time and in the days ahead.
JOHN JOLLIFFE says
October 26, 2023 at 9:16 pmJoan and Family, My deepest condolences on the passing of Cliff. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time. May the holy spirit provide comfort over you. Blessings.
Mark Power says
October 27, 2023 at 9:28 amDeepest condolences to the entire family. Always helpful and approachable to a student or community member, his guidance was always reliable and a model for all.
Frazer and Sherry Russell says
October 27, 2023 at 12:46 pmJoan, Kevin, Susan, Steven and families,
We are so sorry to be out of the province and unable to attend today’s service. Please accept our sincere condolences on Cliff’s passing. He was an outstanding educator who always placed students first, a witty man, and a great colleague. He contributed much to the town of Clarenville through minor hockey, the Lions Club, his church and other pursuits.. We remember him fondly.
Marilyn Mcguire says
October 27, 2023 at 5:11 pmJoan and family,
So sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing. Condolences to all of you and may you find comfort in your memories.
Marilyn ( Adam’s) and John Mcguire
Bill Williams says
October 27, 2023 at 5:58 pmJoan and Family. We are so saddened to hear of Cliff’s passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead. God Bless. Rev. Bill & Lillian
Nancy Woolridge says
October 28, 2023 at 11:05 amFelicity and Family, so sorry for your loss. He sounds like a remarkable man. Intelligence must run in the family, Felicity.
Bernice Crowley says
October 28, 2023 at 11:19 amSteve, Anita and families, My deepest condolences for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Tobias Saint says
October 30, 2023 at 10:33 pmJoan and Family. Sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Toby and Ivy Saint
Beverly (Hynes) Donovan says
November 5, 2023 at 9:18 pmJoan and Family,
May your many memories never die and continue to bring you comfort and peace. It is a challenging transition to make when those we love are no longer with us in body.
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